Waterloo Bridge

Waterloo Bridge extends 381 meters across the River Thames, connecting the London Borough of Lambeth with the City of Westminster through five concrete spans.

The current structure replaced an 1817 bridge and opened partially in 1942 during World War II, with final completion occurring in December 1945.

The bridge earned the nickname 'The Ladies Bridge' as 350 women constructed it during World War II while many male workers served in military functions.

The Grade II listed structure carries the A301 road and provides walking paths offering views of Westminster, South Bank, and the City of London.

This bridge remains the sole Thames crossing that sustained damage from German bombs during World War II, yet construction continued throughout the conflict.

Location: London Borough of Lambeth

Location: City of Westminster

Architects: Giles Gilbert Scott

Official opening: 1945

Length: 381 m

Longest Span: 71 m

Width: 24.5 m

Made from material: granite

GPS coordinates: 51.50861,-0.11694

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:28